Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program
Our process
Initial inspection
Inspection and documentation of turning torque, free-state clearance, gear size, and external features.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: initial inspection](images/reman/initial.jpg)
Disassembly and cleaning
Bearings are disassembled and the races, rolling elements, and spacers are cleaned.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: disassembly & cleaning](images/reman/cleaning.jpg)
Non-destructive testing
Races undergo visual or magnetic particle inspection to detect cracks or defects. Hardness readings are recorded.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: non-desctructive testing](images/reman/testing.jpg)
Repairability assessment
The service department reviews each bearing, application, and test result to determine repairability.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: repairability assessment](images/reman/repairability.jpg)
Precision grinding
Bearing races are precision-ground to the proper geometry to optimize the bearing load-carrying capability.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: precision grinding](images/reman/grinding.jpg)
Assembly
The bearing is assembled with new rolling elements and seals, and packed with lubricant.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: assembly](images/reman/assembly.jpg)
Final inspection
All critical features are inspected and documented. The bearing is approved by quality control before shipment.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: final inspection](images/reman/final.jpg)
Manufacture
If at any time during the process the repair does not meet Kaydon's demanding specifications, a replacement race or a new bearing can be manufactured. Mine operators can take advantage of big cost savings with our inventory of replacement mining slewing bearings.
![Kaydon bearing remanufacturing program: manufacture](images/reman/manufacture.jpg)
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